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A Conversation with Francesco Thalorix: Understanding the Human Side of Investing

 There's a lot of investment advice online these days—some helpful, some questionable, and most of it overwhelming. But what actually matters when it comes to making smart decisions with your money? To answer that question, we sat down with Francesco Thalorix, a financial advisor known for his straightforward and genuinely helpful approach. Instead of getting technical, Francesco focuses on real-life situations. He doesn't pretend there's a one-size-fits-all strategy. Instead, he advocates for clarity, honesty, and personalized financial advice. Here's what he had to say: Q: Francesco, let’s jump right in. What's one mistake people keep making with their money? Francesco Thalorix : I’d say the biggest mistake is copying other people’s moves without understanding their situation. People see success stories online—someone making millions from stocks or crypto—and they rush to do the same thing. But investing doesn’t work like that. Every situation is different. Yo...

How to create a subscription-based dApp using ERC-20 tokens and smart contracts

 A few years ago, the idea of a decentralized subscription model seemed overly ambitious. After all, most subscription-based platforms like Netflix or Spotify depend heavily on centralized servers and payment systems. But as I became more immersed in blockchain development, I realized we could replicate—and even improve—subscription models using smart contracts and ERC-20 tokens. With Web3, control shifts from the middlemen to the users and developers, removing payment processors and recurring billing headaches. In a traditional system, you subscribe using fiat money, your card is charged monthly, and the company controls everything—your access, your data, your payment details. But what if the subscription logic was coded into a smart contract, and payments were made automatically using ERC-20 tokens? That’s the heart of a decentralized subscription dApp. This blog post is a detailed walk-through of how I built a working subscription dApp from scratch. I’ll break down how the con...

How to Create a Play-to-Earn Blockchain Game Using Solidity and Phaser.js

 When I first stumbled into the idea of creating a blockchain-based play-to-earn game, I wasn't sure where to begin. I had been watching the crypto space evolve, and the concept of players earning real-world value for their in-game actions struck a chord with me. It was a departure from the traditional gaming world, where players invest time and money but rarely get anything tangible in return. Play-to-earn (P2E) games flip that dynamic. These are games built on decentralized networks where users own in-game assets, often represented by tokens or NFTs, and can earn cryptocurrency by completing tasks or simply participating. The potential here is revolutionary—not just for players, but for developers too. This blog post isn't just a theoretical walk-through. What I’m sharing here is based on my own journey—trial and error, nights of debugging smart contracts, and learning how to connect an off-chain game engine like Phaser.js with an on-chain logic controller like Solidity. My...

How to Mint Your First NFT on OpenSea Using Ethereum or Polygon

 If you’ve ever wondered how digital art, music, videos, and even memes are selling for thousands—or even millions—of dollars online, welcome to the world of NFTs. As someone who’s navigated the thrilling process of minting NFTs from scratch, I can tell you firsthand that it's not as complicated as it seems. In fact, once you understand the flow, it becomes second nature. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to mint your very first NFT on OpenSea using either Ethereum or Polygon, sharing not just the steps but the logic and thought process behind each one. Minting your first NFT is more than just uploading a file and clicking "submit." It's about knowing what blockchain to choose, understanding gas fees, preparing your wallet, setting your price, and building a presence. Let’s get into it. What You Need to Know Before You Start I remember when I first got introduced to NFTs, the terminology alone made me feel like I needed a degree in crypto. But with time and ...

How to Tokenize Real Estate Assets on the Blockchain Using ERC-1400

 The journey of real estate tokenization using blockchain technology isn’t just another trend—it’s a practical shift in how we perceive, manage, and invest in property. When I first delved into this space, what struck me the most was how traditionally illiquid and inaccessible real estate became fluid, divisible, and global through smart contracts. One of the key tools in this evolution is the ERC-1400 token standard . This article is for those who are genuinely curious—not just about the theory, but about how to actually do it . We’re going to walk through the concept, the framework, and the practical implementation of tokenizing real estate using ERC-1400 , all explained in clear terms, even if you’re new to blockchain development or real estate investing. What Is Real Estate Tokenization, Really? Before we jump into the technicalities of ERC-1400, let’s lay the groundwork. When we talk about real estate tokenization, we’re referring to the process of converting the rights or ...

How to launch an NFT collection using smart contracts and minting sites

 In the early days of NFTs, launching a collection was a playground for developers and crypto geeks. But the truth is, you no longer need to be a hardcore programmer to deploy your own collection and get it minted by fans and collectors. Over the past few years, I’ve helped launch multiple NFT collections — some flopped, some succeeded wildly — and along the way, I’ve picked up insights that make the entire process smoother, smarter, and more rewarding. This guide isn’t just theory. It’s what I would teach my younger self if I were starting over. If you're planning to launch your own NFT project using smart contracts and minting platforms, here's how to do it in a way that avoids common mistakes and sets you up for a real chance at success. Understanding What You're Really Creating Most people think launching an NFT collection is just about creating cool art and uploading it somewhere. That’s only half the story. You're not just selling pictures — you're deployin...

How to Use IPFS and Filecoin to Store Files in a Web3 Ecosystem

 The shift from Web2 to Web3 has introduced a new level of freedom and security when it comes to how we use and store data. No longer are we bound by centralized servers that can crash, be censored, or expose our data. The decentralized web offers alternatives—and among the most exciting are IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) and Filecoin . If you’re building a Web3 project or just want to understand how to store files in this decentralized space, let me walk you through what I’ve personally discovered while working with these tools. This isn't theory—this is from hands-on experience. I’ve stored smart contract metadata, hosted front-end apps, and archived NFTs, all using IPFS and Filecoin. And I’ll show you how to do the same, in plain language. Understanding the Foundations: What Are IPFS and Filecoin? Let’s first ground ourselves in what we’re working with here. IPFS , developed by Protocol Labs, is a peer-to-peer protocol designed to make the web faster, safer, and more ope...